Navigator - Oswego NY (35197)

ST JOHNS COMMUNITY SERVICES•City of Oswego, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As one of the oldest non-profit organizations founded in the District of Columbia, St. John’s Community Services (SJCS) is committed to supporting and advocating for people of all abilities. SJCS works to cultivate caring communities to ensure that all people have the opportunity to thrive, and no one is left behind. We support individuals living with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as adults and children experiencing hunger and homelessness in 4 states and the District of Columbia. At SJCS, we pride ourselves in meeting every person we support where they are, learning who they are, and affirming their individuality, unique strengths, and hopes. It’s why we exist. Advancing inclusive communities where every person, regardless of circumstances, has the right and opportunity to live their best life is our mission, and our mission is what drives us and is at the heart of our services and programs. We are looking to add a Navigator to our team. As the Navigator you will be responsible for supporting individuals in accessing community based mental health supports, and linkage to community based supports to support their health, wellness, and recovery.

Requirements

Experience with Psychiatric Services and Clinical Knowledge Enhancement Services (PSYCKES)
Experience in collaborating with the justice system.
Experience in developing and maintaining relationships with community based providers to support individuals in service.
Experience with data entry in an Electronic Medical Record.
Obtain a valid health certificate to meet SJCS or current funding authority requirements as required.
Meet SJCS and the funding authority requirement of criminal background and record checks.
Successfully complete State Central Registry and Staff Exclusion List checks.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related behavioral health or human services field, and a minimum of one year of professional experience in the mental health, criminal justice, or substance abuse field.

Responsibilities

Conducts initial screenings with individuals.
Connects individuals with services to address identified concerns.
Connects individuals with community based mental health services.
Provides referrals, resources, and support in completing applications to address basic needs.
Follows up on referrals, providing warm handoffs when possible.
Connects with community providers on a regular basis to maintain referral and service pathways to support individuals in service.
Maintains documentation of services provided, collects client demographics, documents services provided, and assists with the preparation of report submissions.